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BBQ Frankfurter Sausage and Potato Skewers Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 Frankfurter sausages, sliced into 1-inch pieces
- 4 medium-sized potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 green bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 red onion, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1/4 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes

Special equipment needed:
- Grill or grill pan

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
2. In a bowl, mix together BBQ sauce, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3. Thread the sausage, potato, bell pepper, and onion onto the skewers, alternating between each ingredient.
4. Brush the skewers with the BBQ sauce mixture.
5. Place the skewers on the grill or grill pan and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the potatoes are tender and the sausages are cooked through.
6. Serve hot.


Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 10-12 minutes
Temperature:
Grill or grill pan at medium-high heat
Serving size:
4 skewers

Nutritional information:
Calories: 320
Fat: 18g
Carbohydrates: 27g
Protein: 12g
Sodium: 750mg
Sugar: 8g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Sweet potatoes or yams can be substituted for regular potatoes.
- Chicken or beef sausages can be substituted for Frankfurter sausages.
- Any color of bell pepper can be used.

Variations:
- Add cherry tomatoes to the skewers.
- Use different types of BBQ sauce for a different flavor.
- Add pineapple chunks for a sweet and savory twist.

Tips and tricks:
- Soak the wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent them from burning on the grill.
- Cut the potatoes into small, uniform pieces to ensure they cook evenly.
- Brush the skewers with the BBQ sauce mixture every few minutes while grilling to keep them moist and flavorful.

Storage instructions:
Leftover skewers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
Reheat the skewers in the microwave or oven until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
Arrange the skewers on a platter and garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro.

Garnishes:
Chopped parsley or cilantro

Pairings:
- Coleslaw
- Baked beans
- Corn on the cob

Suggested side dishes:
- Grilled vegetables
- Rice pilaf
- Garlic bread

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the potatoes are not cooking through, microwave them for a few minutes before threading them onto the skewers.
- If the sausages are cooking too quickly, move them to a cooler part of the grill or reduce the heat.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure the sausages are cooked through before serving.
- Wash hands and surfaces thoroughly before and after handling raw meat.

Food history:
Frankfurter sausages originated in Frankfurt, Germany in the 19th century.

Flavor profiles:
Savory, smoky, and slightly sweet.

Serving suggestions:
Serve the skewers with a side of BBQ sauce for dipping.

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Taste: Savory, Smoky, Tangy, Spicy, Sweet